Location: Audierne, Brittany, France, Europe (Plouhinec, just up the hill from Audierne) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 5-6)
Fully equipped self-catering holiday home by the sea.
Our cottage is in the town of Audierne in Brittany on the North West coast of France. It is in a great location for a seaside holiday, with the sea only a 20-minute stroll away (or five minutes by car).
Though off the beaten tourist track (no crowds, no big hotels), the area is much sought-after for its beaches and water sports. The nearby coast has exquisite white sand beaches, quiet coves, fishing ports and a cliff path giving superb views over the Bay of Audierne.
Within walking distance in Audierne are the village shops, bars and restaurants, and a lively Saturday market selling local produce, seafood, cheese, local hard cider and charcuterie. There is a bakery just around the corner for your morning croissant. Nearer home, there is a river and footpaths through the woods. There are also many miles of pathways along the coast for walking or cycling.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Other Amenities
- Accommodates Five (Three Bedrooms and Contains a Fold-Out Couch Which Can Sleep an Additional (Sixth) Person), Rooms Decorated Tastefully in Pale Colours with Bright Soft, Modern Furnishings, Fully Equipped Kitchen, Linens and Towels Provided, Property Managers Available, Ground Floor, Living Room, Bathroom with Tub and Shower Attachment, Separate Water Closet, First Floor, Bedroom with Double Bed, Bedroom with Single/Twin Bed, Top Floor, Twin Bedroom with Skylights, Street Parking for One Car, Electric Heating, 1, 5 Kilometers from the Coast
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Located in France's Celtic Region (Including Ocean-Front Cliffs and Headlands), the Bretons Celebrate with Numerous Festivals Throughout the Summer Months, Area Littered with Ancient Celtic Standing Stones, Homeland of Legends of King Arthur, Merlin and the Great Forest of Broceliande, Wind-Surfing and World-Class Surfing, Fresh Seafood, Breton Butter, Local Galettes (Savoury Buckwheat Pancakes), Crepes (Sweet Wheat Flour Pancakes) Cider, Mead and Beer, Medieval City of Quimper--30-Minute Drive, Benodet and Pont-Aven Nicknamed "City of Painters" Short Drive Away, Locronan (One of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, Featured in Many Films) Just a Stone's Throw Away
Rate Details (In Euro)
€575/week
* Early bird, last-minute and long-stay discounts available
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Audierne
I was captivated by the physical beauty of Brittany and charmed by its people.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
We love the proximity to the sea and to the town of Audierne. We walk everywhere when we are here. Audierne is small and welcoming enough to feel at home in, and has all the best that France has to offer in terms of beaches, cuisine, charm and comfortable chic.
The closest beach to our cottage. About a 20-minute walk or 5-minute drive.
This is actually the very closest beach to the cottage, just a 10-minute walk away. Great for a short stroll. For all-day lounging, try Kersiny or Ste-Etienne beaches.
Self-Serve launderette, in the center of town, in the same square that you will find the bi-weekly farmer's market.
Stroll through the stalls and select from among the local specialties such as crepes, hard cider, fresh fish, butter and cheeses to bring back to your self-catering holiday cottage. Saturday and Wedne
Fine dining. Seafood fresh from the quais. Views overlooking the harbor.
One of our favorites for their casual service and excellent local food. Spectacular views over the ocean. Right on the Ste - Etienne beach.
Here along Quai Jean-Juarez and up along Rue du 14 Juillet, you will find numerous creperies, cafe-bars, banks etc.
Here along Rue de 14 Juillet and along the Quai Jean Juares, you will find bakeries, shops, banks, creperies, cafe-bars and all that a typical thriving French town has to offer.
Has a changing selection of current films, often in the English-language version.
The closest and best bakery to our house. Stroll down the hill in the morning to pick up your fresh croissants for breakfast.
For small purchases, this little grocery store is at about a 10-minute stroll from the cottage.
Plan on taking this hour-long stroll up the Goyen River to the medieval town of Pont-Croix.
The Western-most tip of continental Europe. Spectacular cliff-side hikes. Full service tourist center including restaurants. Accessible from Audierne by coach or car.
Owner's Map of Audierne
We are a Francophile family living in California and have always dreamed of owning a little piece of France.
Property Photos
- The Exterior of the Cottage - Brittany Holiday Cottage
- The Port Town of Audierne - Restaurants, Cafes, a Weekly Farmer's Market - Brittany Holiday Cottage
- Our Local Beach - Kersiny Plage just a 20-minute walk from the cottage - Brittany Holiday Cottage
- Main Bedroom
- Top floor bedroom - Sunny with Skylights
- Small bedroom
- Sitting and dining area.
- The galley kitchen, new appliances and cabinets. Fully equipped.
Guest Comments (6)
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Positive Rating
I really enjoyed this property. It was quiet, within walking distance from the coast, stores, and cafes. The neighbors are very friendly. The kitchen is fully functional for heavy cooking. Audierne, the neighboring town, is an extremely quaint and picturesque commercial area-- great for restaurants and open air markets.
Positive Rating
House is Spacious and perfectly situated for visiting a great region of France. Within a 5 minute drive or easy walking distance to fantastic beaches of glorious white sands and the picturesque port of Audierne. Ideal for a peaceful relaxing holiday. Many walking/cycling tracks close by. Our hosts hospitality was exceptional and really added to our enjoyment of the holiday.
Positive Rating
spacious, well equipped property close to beaches, restaurants and the shops. Excellent site managers on hand at all times. I will definitely return!
Positive Rating
We had an absolutely magical week in Brittany. The house is adorable and was absolutely spic-and-span when we arrived. It really feels like a traditional fisherman's cottage, and I loved seeing the ocean as soon as I stepped out the door. The area is absolutely phenomenal and we felt that at the end there was so much more to explore. The hikes were fabulous and even if our girls were real troupers we both felt it would be wonderful to come back just the two of us and do the hike around the "Pointe de Raz" and the rest of the coastal trail. I was very surprised by the beaches - I was expecting pebble-y beaches like on the Pacific NorthWest and couldn't believe the stretches of golden sand before my eyes - wow!
Positive Rating
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay - excellent beaches, good food nearby and well off the beaten track. Comfortable, plenty of room, clean and well cared for. A warm welcome from Malcolm, who called in midway through our stay to check all was well. Good basic equipment, no frills, excellent value.
Positive Rating
This property is extremely quaint and situated in a good location for exploring the local area. The town has everything needed for shopping. English is spoken in the Tourist Information office, which was helpful. The nearest beach is beautiful. We had a fabulous time and would certainly go back very soon.